World Network, the blockchain-based ecosystem built to extend the functionality of biometric identification system Worldcoin, is in talks with card giant Visa to link on-chain card features to a self-custody crypto wallet, according to a person familiar with the plans. The aim is to bring Visa card functionality to World Network wallets, delivering a range … Read more
Sam Altman’s blockchain project, World Network, is teaming up with gaming hardware firm Razer on a suite of features designed to weed out bots from video games. “Razer ID verified by World ID” is a single sign-on mechanism that will verify real human gamers from bots. It’s built atop Razer ID, Razer’s existing login service, … Read more
The week was rife with significant developments in the tech world, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). From SoftBank Group’s SFTBF announcement of a massive AI data center in Japan to Apple Inc.’s AAPL struggle in the AI race, the stories were as diverse as they were impactful. Here’s a quick round-up of the top stories. SoftBank’s … Read more
Sam Altman’s blockchain venture, World Network, is breaking into the messaging game with its newest feature: World Chat. The new feature, a “mini app” accessible via the World App wallet, will offer special features to holders of World Network’s digital passport, which lets users scan their iris in exchange for an account that verifies their … Read more
Mira Murati, the former CTO of OpenAI, has launched her own AI startup and has already recruited top researchers from ChatGPT-maker, Meta Platforms, Inc. META, and Mistral AI, a Paris-based startup. What Happened: On Tuesday, Murati unveiled Thinking Machines Lab, an AI company focused on developing artificial intelligence systems that incorporate human values. “Instead of … Read more
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Key Takeaways OpenAI plans to launch GPT-5 within ‘weeks or months’ as part of an effort to simplify AI offerings. The new GPT-5 will integrate OpenAI’s o3 model and be available across different subscription tiers. Share this article OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced plans to launch GPT-5 within “weeks / months,” as part of a … Read more
Decentralized identity project Humanity Protocol has closed a $20 million funding round, raising its valuation to $1.1 billion. The funding round was co-led by Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto, according to an emailed announcement. The project last raised $30 million at a $1 billion valuation in May 2024 Humanity plans to use the new capital … Read more
The National Data Protection Authority (ANPD), Brazil’s data watchdog, has barred World, Sam Altman’s digital ID project, from offering rewards to users who enroll in its platform. Brazilian Authorities Ban World Crypto Rewards Program Sam Altman’s World, the proof-of-humanity biometric ID project, is embroiled in a battle against Brazilian authorities. The National Data Protection Authority … Read more
Sam Altman’s Staggering Net Worth: Inside His Tech Empire. What is Sam Altman’s Net Worth? Sam Altman is a prominent entrepreneur, programmer, investor, and blogger, with a net worth estimated at $2 billion. He is widely recognized for his previous roles as the president and CEO of the artificial intelligence research organization OpenAI, as well … Read more